$30 - $80, Micro, Radio Shack »

List Price: $79.99
Sale Price: $87.98

A small tape recorder like the Micro-44 Recorder doesn't cost a lot, yet it offers almost all of the features that more expensive tape recorders offer. This model is voice activated, so you don't have to press the record button every time, which is great if you sometimes forget to press it and then find out that you didn't record anything!

Micro, Panasonic, Under $30 »

List Price: $29.99
Sale Price: $29.95

Few cassette recorders are as elegant as the RN202 Microcassette Recorder from Panasonic, but also, few can match its price. If you want an excellent tape recorder that looks great, offers two-speed tape control and a fast-playback feature, and you don't mind paying a little more for it than for other recorders, then this is an excellent choice.

Sanyo, Standard, Under $30 »

List Price: $44.95
Sale Price: $24.87

Do you find yourself running out of tape before you can record everything you want to? Then why not get the Compact Cassette Recorder from Sanyo, which offers you the option of tripling your recording time. It also features extended battery life, so you don't have to worry about running out of battery, before tape!

Micro, Sanyo, Under $30 »

List Price: $44.99
Sale Price: $27.87

Never miss another sound with the Sanyo Silver Microcassette Recorder! Just hit record and position the recorder correctly, and everything will be recorder in crystal clear quality! Also, with features such as selectable microphone sensitivity and two speed recording, this tape recorder is a real bargain, so order it today!

$30 - $80, Sony, Standard »

List Price: Varies based on product options
Sale Price: $35.67

Not sure what to get your father or brother for his birthday? A good tape recorder might be a good idea, if you know he’s going to use it, and not store it in a drawer, like most people do with unwanted presents. Since this is a gift, get a model like the TCM-400DV Pressman Recorder which is a little more expensive than others, but also better.

Micro, Olympus, Under $30 »

List Price: $32.54
Sale Price: $24.99

What is more important to you, looks or features? If you answered looks, then the Olympus Pearlcorder S701 is the tape recorder to get. Its sleek-looking finish will attract a lot of attention, but don’t think that this tape recorder lacks important features such as dual-tape speed.

RCA, Shoebox, Under $30 »

List Price: $38.45
Sale Price: $25.95

Shoebox cassette recorders like the RP3503 Shoebox Cassette Recorder are larger than pocket tape recorders, but they usually offer a better microphone. This also means a higher recording quality, so if size is not very important for you, you should definitely consider this model.

$30 - $80, Sony, Standard »

List Price: $39.42
Sale Price: $41.00

All manufacturers try to make their tape recorders as good as possible, and they try to offer the best recording quality possible, but none do it as well as Sony. The TCM 400DV Handheld Standard Cassette Recorder is the perfect example, as it has an excellent microphone that records everything perfectly.

Sony, Standard, Under $30 »

List Price: $24.95
Sale Price: $26.99

Small and reliable, the TCM-150 Cassette recorder is one of those things that you shouldn’t leave home without. 2 AA batteries will provide your small tape recorder with power for 25 hours of use, and they’re easily replaceable when they run out. Keep in mind that batteries are not included!

Micro, Olympus, Under $30 »

List Price: $55.72
Sale Price: $49.87

Don’t miss another word due to running out of tape, with the J300 Microcassette Recorder! Its dual tape-speed function allows you to record three hours of voice onto a regular 90 minute tape, and thanks to the included tape counter you can easily locate previously recorded passages.